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MEC's shipping policies

Shipping Information

Free shipping on orders over $50

  • Applies to orders sent via Standard Post within Canada (before taxes)
  • Excludes oversized items and hazardous goods
  • Orders under $50 incur a $10 shipping fee
  • In checkout you’ll be able to see the delivery date of your chosen shipping method

Free Store Pickup available at all locations

  • Safe pickup options inside or at the storefront
  • Most stores open until 9PM
  • View which items are available for in-store pickup directly on the website
  • We will send you an email when your order is ready to be picked up

Shipping Within Canada

Shipping Methods & Rates

Shipping MethodEstimated DeliveryCost
Standard6 business daysFree for orders over $50. Orders under $50 will be charged $10 shipping.
Oversized6 business days$30
Bikes14 days$95

Standard Post is insured for damage or loss. Some items cannot be shipped by standard methods. Contact us to find out if your order requires extra freight. Ground, door-to-door service for large items or hazardous goods is also available, some restrictions apply.

Provincial and federal taxes are applied during checkout.

Shipping To USA And International

Customs

  • Orders outside Canada are not charged Canadian taxes, but may be subject to customs duties, taxes, and processing fees.
  • MEC cannot estimate these fees; check with your local customs office.
  • Customs invoice will be included with the parcel or may arrive separately

Shipping Methods & Rates

  • USA:
    • Xpresspost (4-10 business days): $19 (up to $1000 order total)
  • International:
    • Air Mail (1-4 weeks):
    • $50 (up to $200 order total)
    • $70 ($200–$400 order total)
    • $85 ($400–$600 order total)
    • $98 ($600–$1000 order total)

Items Not Shipped:

Bikes, boats, oversized items, dangerous goods, food, and sunglasses cannot be shipped to the USA or internationally.

Special Purchases

Bike Purchases

  • E-bikes can only be purchased for in-store pickup
  • No shipping fee if the bike is available at your selected store
  • A non-refundable $95 shipping fee applies for bikes that need to be transferred to stores
  • Bikes can be delivered to your home or another address for a fee of $95

Boat Purchases

  • Inflatable Watercraft (SUPs and kayaks):
    • Available for home delivery with a $30 non-refundable shipping fee.
  • Non-Inflatable Boats:
    • Purchased for in-store pickup; shipping fees may apply for transfers ($300 non-refundable shipping fee)
    • Boats currently ship to stores only, no home deliveries (exceptions may apply)